Tennessee offers a temperate year-round climate and a wealth of outdoor recreation, particularly in the area surrounding Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the state’s southeast corner. Music takes center stage in Nashville, with its wealth of downtown spots for live music, Country Music Hall of Fame and the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Head to Memphis’ Beale Street for more great live music. The city along the Mississippi River is also home to Graceland, the former home of Elvis Presley and Sun Studios, where Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis got their start.
The state where country music reigns supreme offers a wealth of ways to connect with live music and legends of the genre, including these destinations in Nashville and Memphis.
From the place where Harland Sanders perfected his fried chicken to an examination of West Virginia’s famous cryptid, these unusual museums offer a perfect pit stop.
From adorable zoo babies to a national aviary to a historic hotel with VIP ducks, these attractions offer a way to interact with and learn about all kinds of creatures.
From a small community where every day feels like Christmas to a light installation that has wowed families since 1985, here are six spots that are sure to make spirits bright.
From learning about music legends in Nashville to exploring a stunning collection of art in Knoxville, these Tennessee museums will warm up your winter.
Take a subterranean adventure at these destinations in Indiana, New York, Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia that offer tours.
Take to the skies this season and enjoy ziplining, rope courses, canopy walks and more.